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THE MAGIC OF SOFTWARE; OR, WHAT MAKES A GOOD ENGINEER ALSO MAKES A GOOD ENGINEERING ORGANIZATION

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Software engineering is often viewed as straightforward, but its magic lies in the bidirectional relationship between vision and engineering, where understanding informs creation. Abstraction layers in software development can prevent the deep understanding needed for truly creative outcomes. This principle extends to engineering organizations, where siloed, autonomous teams can struggle with positive change.